Bronx Housing Court Attorney – Tier II

Priority Dispatch Corp.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 87,750 - 107,250; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental and Vision benefits

403(b) Retirement Savings Plan

Paid Holidays and Vacation

Paid Time-off

Life Insurance and AD&D

Job summary

NAICA is seeking a Staff Attorney – Tier II to represent low-income clients facing eviction in Bronx Housing Court, delivering counseling and full representation on housing matters in the New York City area.

The role requires NY bar admission, litigation experience, and a commitment to public interest law, with potential Spanish-language support. This is a full-time exempt position in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor from an ABA Accredited Law School.
• Admittance to the New York State bar.
• Minimum of one year of experience as a practicing attorney.
• Four or more years of trial experience is a plus.
• Experience with NYCHA housing law and public benefits.
• Ability to handle stress in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Fluency in Spanish preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide counseling and representation to tenants facing eviction in Bronx Housing Court.
• Handle a full caseload of non-payment and holdover proceedings.
• Represent clients before administrative agencies, including NYCHA hearings.
• Conduct outreach, workshops and training.
• Prepare legal documents, motions, and orders to show cause.
• Appear at trial and assess merits of cases.

Skills

Litigation experience

Legal research

Writing skills

Communication skills

Time management

Spanish language (preferred)

Education

Juris Doctor from ABA-accredited law school

Admittance to the New York State bar

Job description

NAICA is seeking a Staff Attorney – Tier II to represent low-income clients facing eviction in Bronx Housing Court, delivering counseling and full representation on housing matters in the New York City area.

The role requires NY bar admission, litigation experience, and a commitment to public interest law, with potential Spanish-language support. This is a full-time exempt position in a fast-paced environment.